Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company, home to leading brands such as ABSOLUT Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Malibu, Kahlúa, The Glenlivet, Skrewball, and many more.Salary range (New York): $107,360 – $134,200. Base salaries are determined during the interview process based on experience, skills, and the scope of the position.Job AimBring to life the Global Innovation team vision with local focus and global partnership.Develop a robust three‑year pipeline across major brands to influence and drive growth.Apply consumer‑centricity and build an innovation roadmap & KPIs aligned with market strategy.Lead a diverse Innovation team across multiple locations.Collaborate across Brand Units, marketing, R&D, sales, etc., to ensure innovation success.Roles and ResponsibilitiesDeliver leading‑edge innovation capabilities, bridging global and local market needs.Drive incremental sustainable growth through consumer‑centric projects.Execute new ways of working with Global Brand Units and Markets.Ensure methodology, framework, and approach deliver maximum value.Lead cross‑functional teams and manage P&L responsibilities.Build and share best practices within the Global Innovation community.Drive Consumer Centricity Across the BusinessBuild innovation for major brands using consumer, retailer, and distributor evidence.Leverage analytics, insights, and testing throughout the stage‑gate process.Establish clear criteria to advise go/no‑go decisions.Maintain a holistic approach including customer, sales, and retailer data.Pipeline Development ResponsibilitiesEnd‑to‑end project management to align innovation platforms and pipeline agendas.Lead brand strategy, ideation, design brief, and development across front‑end innovation.Manage P&L and balance critical innovation aspects to secure commercial success.Collaborate with local marketing on launch plans and execution.Innovation Roadmap & KPIsIdentify and build innovation opportunities on a global scale.Create strategic platforms that cross the portfolio.Deliver a mid/long‑term roadmap grounded in consumer insights.Mine pipeline for quick wins and long‑term development.Share roadmap in forums to foster excitement and buy‑in.Establish KPIs to measure progress and post‑launch success.Collaboration and InteractionChallenge and inspire business opportunities and identify local pain points.Share best practices with cross‑functional teams.Push excellence in delivery (post‑evaluation, reporting).Scope of RoleIndirect reports: Influencing innovation support across Insights, Finance, R&D, Operations, Sales.Key ContactsExternal: Research suppliers, creative agencies, consultants, industry experts.Internal: Local marketing teams, Global Brand Units, HQ, CI COE's and planners.Budget ResponsibilityP&L responsibilities.Geographical ScopeInternational; 100%.Travel5‑10% of work time (insights work, liquid development/print runs, market/retailer visits, potential international travel).QualificationsMaster's degree preferred.3‑5 years relevant experience in F&B or Spirits innovation in large organizations.Demonstrated ability to develop strategic innovation platforms/frameworks.Strong pipeline development and consumer insight skills.Excellent collaboration skills in matrix structures.Financial P&L management experience.Influence and drive action across cross‑functional teams.Languages: English proficiency; Spanish or French a plus.Project Management: strong skills, critical path, deadline management.Technical: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, MS Teams.Equal Employment OpportunityPernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on any protected basis. Persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations upon request.#J-18808-Ljbffr